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Illinois Toll Road Scam Resurges: What Drivers Need to Know
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Illinois Toll Road Scam Resurges: What Drivers Need to Know

Palos Park, IL – A recurring scam has resurfaced, once again targeting Illinois drivers and their wallets. On Thursday night and Friday morning, it appears fraudulent text messages were sent to many people, including several Palos Park Police Department cell phones.

According to the Palos Park Police Department, unsuspecting drivers across the state have been receiving text messages claiming to be from the Illinois Tollway. These messages warn of outstanding toll fees and threaten fines if immediate payment is not made. In reality, these text messages are nothing more than a ruse designed to steal personal information and money.

This scam, which first surfaced last year, has resurfaced. It is particularly vicious, preying on people’s fear of the financial consequences that can come if they ignore what appears to be an urgent notification. The text messages include convincing details, such as specific dollar amounts and due dates, making them seem credible.

Understanding how this scam works can help Illinois drivers avoid becoming the next victim. The Palos Park Police Department advises residents to ignore these messages and not click on any links provided. Instead, contact the Illinois Tollway directly if you have any concerns about your account.

Motorists should remain alert and report any suspicions.

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